Eating disorders can be very difficult to understand. In honor of National Eating Disorders Awareness Week, take some time to learn a bit more about these disorders and the truth behind a handful of myths that surround them.

Do your New Year's resolutions sound familiar? Like maybe from last year...or the year before? Read on to learn about a handful of common psychological pitfalls that might be sabotaging our efforts and leaving us with the same goals each year.

As children, many of us were taught that we couldn’t leave the dinner table unless we finished what was on our plates. This was a good strategy for parents to ensure that we are getting enough nutrients, but what happens as our plates get bigger?

Most parents want to feed their children well-balanced, nutritional meals and snacks that will support healthy growth and development, however, many food and beverage products on the market today that appear okay for kids contain high amounts of sugar.

We've all been there – January 1st marks the first day to get back in shape, start eating healthily, or fit back into our pre-baby jeans. And we've all been here – February 1st and realizing that many of these changes haven't stuck. Why do our diet attempts frequently fail and how can we make real, long lasting changes in our diet?

When trying to cut down on one unhealthy behavior, like overeating, another may step in and take its place. Who might be particularly vulnerable to addiction transfer, and how can you anticipate this and be proactive to avoid it?

About Food Junkie

Food can be more than just calories and nutrients. Eating for pleasure has become a common behavior for many individuals, and this can undoubtedly contribute to being overweight or obese. Some individuals feel compelled to eat high-calorie, tasty foods, and they also exhibit behaviors and emotional changes that are similar to what one would see in a drug addict. However, these people aren’t dependent on drugs, but could they be addicted to food?